Below Average
#2122 of 2,466 schools in NJ
School 26
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
1 EAST 32ND STREET, Paterson, NJ 07514
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,122 of 2,466
In Paterson
#31 of 46
public schools
In district
#28 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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School 26
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 26
School 26 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 26 serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School 26 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,122 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School 26 show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 26 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at School 26 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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School 26 — Students at School 26 score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How School 26 Compares
See how School 26 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 EAST 32ND STREET, Paterson, NJ 07514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 26 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyncrest Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is John A. Forrest Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 1 (rated 8.4/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School 1 Paterson | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Rosa L. Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts Paterson | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Anna Iandoli Early Learning Center Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Memorial Middle School Fair Lawn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| School 21 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Students Transitioning and Achieving Real Success Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Paterson STEAM High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| School 13 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| School 20 Paterson | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| School 24 Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lyncrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| School 18 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Memorial Middle School Elmwood Park | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Memorial Senior High School Elmwood Park | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| School 10 Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,492
Median Home Value
$314,400
Median Rent
$1,472/mo
Population
18,912
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
30.6%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Centre City Elementary School Mantua, NJ | 4.7 |
| Cherry Street School Bridgeton, NJ | 4.7 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School Englewood, NJ | 4.7 |
| Grandview Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 4.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School Jamesburg, NJ | 4.7 |
| John Fenwick Academy Salem, NJ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 26
What grades does School 26 serve?
School 26 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 26?
School 26 has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 26?
The student-teacher ratio at School 26 is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 26 rank in NJ?
School 26 ranks #2,122 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School 26's MySchoolScout rating?
School 26 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at School 26?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 26 has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is School 26 a charter school?
No, School 26 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 26 a Title I school?
No, School 26 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 26?
52.6% of students at School 26 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0260
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #28 of 43
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